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Full-size aluminium gaming keyboard with RGB lighting

Cherry

Cherry G80-3872HJBUS-9 MX 3.0S gaming keyboard

SKU CH-2NCN-PX2WD MPN G80-3872HJBUS-9

Full-size mechanical keyboard with wired, Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless modes, RGB lighting and Cherry MX switches

  • Tri-mode wired, Bluetooth or 2.40 GHz wireless
  • Sub-1 ms latency in 2.40 GHz gaming mode
  • Full-size aluminium frame with per-key RGB lighting
  • CHERRY MX mechanical switches for precise actuation
  • 33 ft wireless range for flexible desk setups

What this keyboard is and who it suits

The Cherry MX 3.0S is a full-size gaming keyboard built around mechanical CHERRY MX switches and an aluminium frame. It offers wired, Bluetooth and 2.40 GHz RF wireless modes, so competitive players can choose sub-1 ms latency and office users can pair up to three devices. RGB LED backlighting adds per-key colour control.

Thermals noise and power draw in daily use

The keyboard draws power over USB Type A when wired and charges its internal battery during that connection. Wireless play at 2.40 GHz maintains the sub-1 ms response figure quoted by the manufacturer. No active cooling is present, so the board runs silent; mechanical switch sound is the only audible output.

Build quality and what the connectors mean day

An aluminium top plate gives the deck a rigid feel and resists flex during heavy keystrokes. The detachable USB Type A cable allows a clean desk when running wireless, while the 33 ft RF range covers living-room setups. Dedicated Windows lock, CHERRY and calculator keys provide quick system shortcuts without software.

How it compares

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Price $115.99
Pricier than about 73% of the 3,966 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCHERRY
Size & build
Shipping weight1.79 kg
Package size478 × 213 × 61 mm

Questions about this item

How do I switch the MX 3.0S between wired USB Type A and the 2.40 GHz wireless dongle without losing the RGB LED settings?

Plug the USB Type A cable for wired mode; for wireless, insert the 2.40 GHz receiver and press the CHERRY button to change mode — RGB profiles stay stored on the keyboard.

Which parts of the MX 3.0S will need replacement after heavy daily use?

The CHERRY MX mechanical switches are rated for 80 million keystrokes; keycaps and the internal battery are the only components likely to wear out first.

At what distance does the 2.40 GHz link on the MX 3.0S start to drop frames during long sessions?

The 2.40 GHz connection is specified up to 33 ft; beyond that range latency can rise above the sub-1 ms gaming target.

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